Sun Wall Decor Ideas To Decorate Inside and Outside : Celestial sun wall decor will make an upbeat, festive splash in your casual living areas: sun room, patio, family room; even a bathroom or kitchen. You will discover dozens of ideas for sun decor in your home. The inside entrance to your home is a great place to set a welcoming upbeat tone for your home. Let's start with a metal sun wall decor piece. Hang the sun on the wall high enough to hang a functional coat rack below it. If you have a large enough wall here, accent with smaller moon and/or stars for the "whole" look. Select the style, color and size that is appealing to you and a style that compliments your home overall. The family room or casual living area is a fun area to decorate with celestial sun moon wall decor. Because of the size, this would be a great room to include the popular star wall decor as an accent. Either above the mantel or behind the sofa--whichever you would like to be your main focal point, you can hang a large, classy sun wall hanging. Accent it with wall pockets or metal wall candle sconces. Use a pair of star shaped wall pockets and fill with artificial greenery and/or bright, sunny flowers. Sunflowers are really popular right now. Candle sconces, with a leaf or star motif, incorporated in the design will help carry your look. For a more upscale sun wall decor look, you may want to try a more abstract sun look--one with no face or a piece that just has a sunburst, ray look. Continue your sun wall decor to the smaller wall spaces in your room with a grouping of stars or stars and moon. Including a mirror or wall clock in the grouping, when enough space is available, adds an extra touch to the room. Just make sure the home decor accessories have the same style and feel...whether casual, country, traditional...
One room we have found to be quite popular for sun wall decor, is the bathroom. In most baths, you will need to find smaller sun decor. One suggestion, would be to hang decorative sun stepping stones. Most of the decorative stones, on the market, have hangers on the back just for this purpose. The stepping stones are a good size and resistant to the humidity and moisture found in bathroom areas. The bathroom is a fun room to hang a small, "sunny" windchime. Finish it off with a small artificial flower pot with bright daisies or sunflowers. A small sun plant poke would make a nice finishing touch. I think you will agree that just about anything goes in the kitchen today. Sun decor will be great to brighten up a small, wall starved kitchen. It would be extra fun if you are lucky enough to have a breakfast nook. The normally limited wall space in a kitchen is broken into small, odd shaped areas. So, lets go on a search for some smaller, unique sun wall decor. Keep your eyes open for a small moon or stars to accent and mix and match with the sun decor. Hang your favorite sun wall decor piece above the kitchen sink or on a wall space at the end of your cupboards. Hang the smaller accent, celestial pieces on the narrow wall area between your wall cabinets and the counter tops.
This area, I would recommend, that you focus a grouping in one area to create a focal point. Then above the cabinets, if you have a wall area, decorate with small sun, moon star decor, interspersed with kitchen and family word art. If you have a ledge above your cabinets, place a sun on a pedestal--you may be able to use short plant pokes. Give a back drop and "fluff" the area with artificial greenery, sunflowers and vases--they are all a great look with sun decor. In the breakfast nook, it would be fun to include a rooster with the sun theme. Mixing and matching is very popular, fun and easy--if you like it, go for it! Sun kitchen home decor can also be worked in with an Italian kitchen theme, just use more of the rich, deep coloring associated with the look. Lets step outside now--first, lets consider the screened in, 3- seasons porch. This area will come to life with a bright sun wall hanging right next to your windows. Consider a sun themed water fountain on a tabletop. Add wall pockets and vases with silk grasses and flowering sunflower bushes--or your favorite flower. Hang a sun windchime in the corner and add celestial plant pokes to your vases. Get the idea...have fun. You could change your wall pocket fillers with each season. Now step out onto your outdoor patio. A large metal sun will be perfect on the exterior wall, near the door, leading into the house. Depending on the wall area available, you may also accent with the moon and stars. Add a celestial looking bird feeder. Fill large pots with live or artificial flower bushes and silk or live grasses. A sun wall trellis is a unique piece that is a great addition on the deck or in a nearby flower bed. Sun wall decor is a trendy home decorating theme that you will find fits in the interior of your home or out on the deck. It is a cheery, fun look, that brings the great outdoors to life. Have fun decorating. Homedecoratingstudio.com has lots of great pieces to help with your decorating.
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Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
Accent White Walls Decoration
Using Kinetic Pictures to Accent White Walls : Most homes and apartment walls in not only the United States but also around the world, are in most instances painted white. What is, agreeably, nice about the color white is the way it adds a sense of spaciousness in a room, not to mention the fact that it is relatively easy to add to it from one decor to another. It comes as no surprise therefore that the world of kinetic art, pictures and sculptures has tremendously increased the decorating options that can be applied to adorn a white washed wall. This article will look at how pictures in motion can uniquely transform and add character to a white wall as compared with traditional static wall hangings. Pertaining to motion, the word kinetic in art as projected through drawings and sculpture, probably rose to fame in large kinetic sculptures displayed in public places like those created by Ralfonso Gschwend. Gschwend, a designer of environmentally interactive, kinetic, light and sound sculptures that interact with the environment such as wind and water, may have set in motion what has now transcended into kinetic art finding its rightful place in the modern home.
Regardless of the texture of your walls, and whether flat paint, or a glossy finish was used, kinetic pictures wall decor stands out beautifully against light surfaces. And above all, as if to add a new dimension to art in the 21st century, these impressive pieces depicting the outdoors come complete with sound and motion. Needless to say, they can present a very classy look and ambiance to even the most modest of homes. Kinetic pictures wall decor is becoming easier to find both online and off, yet this art form still remains exclusive in that it is not mass produced. The positive side, undoubtedly, unlike the way mass produced wall hangings would provide pieces identical to that of your neighbors, kinetic wall hangings are in themselves unique and relatively inexpensive. And what would appear to add icing to the cake is the wide array of 3D moving pictures that are available. Depicting exotic backdrops like waterfalls, virtual windows, stunning sunsets, city skylines complete with sounds that sooth, these cutting edge masterpieces of technology help to transport even the avid day dreamer into exotic territories afar.
If your ideal vacation to the "Aloha State" involves staying in a hut and experiencing life like the Hawaiians do, then a moving picture will bring your desires into scope. Your wall hanging can give you a taste of everyday Hawaiian life as often as you like as you look out your "window" at the neighboring huts. Wall hangings can be used to accent any kind of white wall providing they are done in a very stylish and tasteful manner. Imagine a traditional picture in rich bright colors hung against a stark white wall; and then picture that same white wall adorned by a moving picture that emits sound and has a 3D display of exotic images to add life and bounce to your living space. That is the magic of kinetic pictures as compared with the static variety. However, as you would with normal pictures, do ensure that your moving pictures are nailed to the wall with good symmetry. A lopsided moving picture would appear even more untidy than a static picture. It is with a fair degree of certainty therefore, that the modern living space is getting smaller and white walls by virtue of their ability to create a sense of space, have created a void that can be filled and brought to life by extending the delightful vistas of the outdoors with moving pictures.
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Regardless of the texture of your walls, and whether flat paint, or a glossy finish was used, kinetic pictures wall decor stands out beautifully against light surfaces. And above all, as if to add a new dimension to art in the 21st century, these impressive pieces depicting the outdoors come complete with sound and motion. Needless to say, they can present a very classy look and ambiance to even the most modest of homes. Kinetic pictures wall decor is becoming easier to find both online and off, yet this art form still remains exclusive in that it is not mass produced. The positive side, undoubtedly, unlike the way mass produced wall hangings would provide pieces identical to that of your neighbors, kinetic wall hangings are in themselves unique and relatively inexpensive. And what would appear to add icing to the cake is the wide array of 3D moving pictures that are available. Depicting exotic backdrops like waterfalls, virtual windows, stunning sunsets, city skylines complete with sounds that sooth, these cutting edge masterpieces of technology help to transport even the avid day dreamer into exotic territories afar.
If your ideal vacation to the "Aloha State" involves staying in a hut and experiencing life like the Hawaiians do, then a moving picture will bring your desires into scope. Your wall hanging can give you a taste of everyday Hawaiian life as often as you like as you look out your "window" at the neighboring huts. Wall hangings can be used to accent any kind of white wall providing they are done in a very stylish and tasteful manner. Imagine a traditional picture in rich bright colors hung against a stark white wall; and then picture that same white wall adorned by a moving picture that emits sound and has a 3D display of exotic images to add life and bounce to your living space. That is the magic of kinetic pictures as compared with the static variety. However, as you would with normal pictures, do ensure that your moving pictures are nailed to the wall with good symmetry. A lopsided moving picture would appear even more untidy than a static picture. It is with a fair degree of certainty therefore, that the modern living space is getting smaller and white walls by virtue of their ability to create a sense of space, have created a void that can be filled and brought to life by extending the delightful vistas of the outdoors with moving pictures.
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Sunday, February 24, 2008
Garden Window Making Caring For Houseplants A Breeze
With the white snow and grey skies of winter, a nature lover can become depressed. Placing houseplants in a window garden are a great remedy to these winter blues. Hanging plants are great options for the window gardens because they save space. You will need to install a plant hook for each hanging plant. Spider plants, Boston ferns, and Chenille plants are some examples of plants that work well hanging. Instead of keeping the plants in the plastic containers you bought them in, you should plant them into bigger, decorative, and stronger pots. The plants will look nicer and be healthier. It can be difficult to choose which windowsill plants to choose. If you won't have much time to care for the plants, some good choices are African violets, peace lilies, and ivy. There are many varieties of each of these as well. You can choose those based on color and personal taste.
If you want a bit more control over when your plants bloom, you can use bulbs. You can force the bulbs to sprout earlier in the spring to add color to your home sooner. Forcing is done by chilling the bulbs for a few months in a refrigerator. Four to Six weeks after planting the bulbs, with proper watering, the plants will sprout. If you are looking for an exotic look, orchids are a great option. Don't be scared off by their reputation of being tough to grow. They are actually quite easy to take care of. The Phalaenopsis, Paphiopedilum, and cattleya orchids are a few of the simplest varieties to grow. With the Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum varieties, it is easy to get the bold flowers to rebloom. It is a bit more difficult to sustain the small flowers of the Cattleya, however. You will need a clay pot, a tray, and pebbles for your orchids. The orchid should be planted in a fresh potting mix in the clay pot. You then need to run warm temperature water over the orchid for two minutes. You should allow it to drain fully because standing water often kills orchids. Cover the bottom of the tray with pebbles and place it on the window sill. The orchid can then be put on the tray. Check the potting mix once per week to see if it is dry. If so, water it as described earlier in this paragraph.
If even the simple plants to care for are too much for you, growing plants in a terrarium will definitely work for you. There is pretty much no way to go wrong. To make a terrarium, you need a container with a lid, sand, potting soil, and some tropical plants or ferns. The bottom of the container should be filled with three inches of sand. A few inches of soil should be poured on top of that. Dig out an area in the soil for each plant. Place the plants in the terrarium and fill in the hollow areas with more potting soil. Moisten the soil with a few tablespoons of water. You will never have to water the terrarium again. Put the lid on the container and place it somewhere out of direct sunlight. The terrarium will create it's own moisture to water the plants. If too much condensation is developing, simply open the lid a bit to let it breathe some.
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If you want a bit more control over when your plants bloom, you can use bulbs. You can force the bulbs to sprout earlier in the spring to add color to your home sooner. Forcing is done by chilling the bulbs for a few months in a refrigerator. Four to Six weeks after planting the bulbs, with proper watering, the plants will sprout. If you are looking for an exotic look, orchids are a great option. Don't be scared off by their reputation of being tough to grow. They are actually quite easy to take care of. The Phalaenopsis, Paphiopedilum, and cattleya orchids are a few of the simplest varieties to grow. With the Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum varieties, it is easy to get the bold flowers to rebloom. It is a bit more difficult to sustain the small flowers of the Cattleya, however. You will need a clay pot, a tray, and pebbles for your orchids. The orchid should be planted in a fresh potting mix in the clay pot. You then need to run warm temperature water over the orchid for two minutes. You should allow it to drain fully because standing water often kills orchids. Cover the bottom of the tray with pebbles and place it on the window sill. The orchid can then be put on the tray. Check the potting mix once per week to see if it is dry. If so, water it as described earlier in this paragraph.
If even the simple plants to care for are too much for you, growing plants in a terrarium will definitely work for you. There is pretty much no way to go wrong. To make a terrarium, you need a container with a lid, sand, potting soil, and some tropical plants or ferns. The bottom of the container should be filled with three inches of sand. A few inches of soil should be poured on top of that. Dig out an area in the soil for each plant. Place the plants in the terrarium and fill in the hollow areas with more potting soil. Moisten the soil with a few tablespoons of water. You will never have to water the terrarium again. Put the lid on the container and place it somewhere out of direct sunlight. The terrarium will create it's own moisture to water the plants. If too much condensation is developing, simply open the lid a bit to let it breathe some.
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Thursday, February 21, 2008
What To Do With A Large Empty Wall Space
If you have a large empty wall space in your home and do not know what to put there, try hanging a large decorative wall clock in that space. You will be amazed at how beautiful and spectacular a large wall clock will look in your home. It will give the whole room character and make it unique and classy. You can find wall clocks in various sizes, such as 18 inches up to 38 inches, and in some cases up to 48 inches. They come in many price ranges and levels of quality. Large wall clocks look great mounted high on the wall of a vaulted ceiling. If you have a vaulted ceiling, stop and imagine how wonderful a large wall clock would look hanging in that spot right now. It would look great, would it not?
If you have a large empty space above your fireplace mantle, try hanging a clock there. Talk about unique, most people hang pictures or mirrors over their fireplace mantles, not large wall clocks. So if you are not one to follow the crowd and like to be different, here is your chance. Large decorative wall clocks are great for children and people with poor vision. Children will be fascinated by the size of the clock, and it will make a great teaching aid to teach children how to tell time. For those individuals with poor vision, the large numbers and hands of the clock will make it easier to see the time. So if someone you know has poor vision or has small children who have not learned how to tell time yet, then a large wall clock from you will make a great and treasured gift.
So as you can see, there are many reasons why to consider purchasing a large decorative wall clock for yourself or someone you love. All you have to do now, is to decide what size you want, the quality you desire, and how much you want to spend. But remember, if you buy a cheap clock, that is exactly what you will get. So, keep that in mind while shopping for your clock.
If you have a large empty space above your fireplace mantle, try hanging a clock there. Talk about unique, most people hang pictures or mirrors over their fireplace mantles, not large wall clocks. So if you are not one to follow the crowd and like to be different, here is your chance. Large decorative wall clocks are great for children and people with poor vision. Children will be fascinated by the size of the clock, and it will make a great teaching aid to teach children how to tell time. For those individuals with poor vision, the large numbers and hands of the clock will make it easier to see the time. So if someone you know has poor vision or has small children who have not learned how to tell time yet, then a large wall clock from you will make a great and treasured gift.
So as you can see, there are many reasons why to consider purchasing a large decorative wall clock for yourself or someone you love. All you have to do now, is to decide what size you want, the quality you desire, and how much you want to spend. But remember, if you buy a cheap clock, that is exactly what you will get. So, keep that in mind while shopping for your clock.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Wall decorating is an art in do it youself
Grouping and coordinating art and photos for wall decoration for major impact and effect takes time and effort. The rules of balance and scale apply to wall displays just as they do for furniture and accessories. Whether your style is Traditional, Tuscan, or Southwestern, successful displays make use of color, balance, and proportion. A large picture or work of art makes more impact if it is placed in a prominent spot by itself. Medium size or smaller art pieces used for wall decoration are more likely to be appreciated if they are grouped together on a wall rather than scattered throughout the room.Test Your Grouping Before You Decide
Standard decorating practice states that it is much easier to arrange your photos or prints using templates before you make your final decision. Cut templates of all your photos and pictures from brown Kraft paper. Arrange them on a table or the floor until you have an arrangement that pleases you. Tape them to the wall with removable tape. Live with this a few days and decide if you would like to make any changes before you go forward with your wall decoration plans.
Carefully Choose the Correct Height
When considering wall decoration, location makes a big difference. Don't hang pictures for your height only. Consider the proportions of the wall as well as the surrounding furniture. A general guideline is to hang pictures 6 to 8 inches above the furniture. If the picture is hung too high, it will seem to be disconnected from everything around it. If too low, it will interfere with the use of the furniture and will not be viewed properly.
As with anything else in home decorating, rules are made to be broken, so if you are not happy with a particular location don't be afraid to go against this idea. Sometimes, pictures are meant to be viewed from a seated position. Be sure and check this out with your templates before you make a final decision. At other times, a huge piece of art may look better closer to the ceiling, away from the mantel or sofa. Only you can be the judge of the preferred location for any piece of art.
Wall Art Does Not Have to Be Square
Don't lock yourself into the idea that all pictures must be hung in straight rows. Let the shape of the area guide your wall decoration arrangement. If there is a dormer in the shape of a triangle, or if you have a cathedral ceiling, arrange your templates to fit into that space. All the outside edges do not have to line up in a straight line. If it helps, cut out a large template of a triangle, of the shape of the area you want to decorate. It may be a circle or perhaps a long rectangle. Then arrange your photo templates on this larger template. This will help you visualize your finished arrangement before you hang items on the wall.
Unify Your Arrangement with Color
If you have a mix of photos or pictures you like but they don't have a common theme, unify them into a group by using matching mats or frames. On the other hand, if the photos do have a common thread, it won't matter if the frames don't match. In fact, having some conflict in the grouping will add interest to the arrangement.
Check the Proportions
When working on wall decoration, you will be able to tell immediately if the framed piece you want to use is out of proportion to the wall space. A piece that is too small will immediately look lost and isolated. A good rule of thumb to remember is that the piece should be about two-thirds the size of the piece of furniture over which it hangs. If you find a photo or picture it too small, group it with other pictures to fill in the wallspace.
Look at the Balance
If you have arrangements with various sizes of photos, make sure you keep the heavier pieces on the bottom. A large picture at the bottom anchors the grouping and keeps it from looking top heavy. If you have a large picture you enjoy over the sofa, but somehow it is not quite wide enough, balance it out with two smaller pictures on either side. Remember, the bottoms do not have to be lined up, and they do not have to be lined up exactly across the middle. Play with your templates until you see an arrangement that makes you feel happy and satisfied. As I say numerous times throughout this site, the only person you have to please is youself. This is your home and environment and the only people you should be concerned about are you and the people you share the home with.
So there you have it, a few tips and suggestions to get you started in the right direction. Once you start really looking at your wall space as a display area, you will be amazed at the ideas that start to pop up in your creative mind (Yes, you are creative! We are all born creative and don't let anyone tell you any different!)
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